
Procrastinating on Writing Projects? Try Post-it Planning!
“Almost all good writing begins with terrible first efforts. You need to start somewhere. Start by getting something—anything—down on paper.” – Anne Lamont How many times have you, or your teen, sat...
How to manage test anxiety before exams
A little nervousness about exams is perfectly normal, and sometimes can even help performance by encouraging students to pay attention to details and stay focused on the challenge that’s in front of...
Why We Sleep: How your teen can improve their memory, mood, and performance
This post was originally published on July 9, 2020, and edited on July 1, 2021.We all know we should be getting more sleep, but it often seems like more of a luxury than a necessity. A lot of...
What to focus on when things feel out of control
With all of the chaos and uncertainty around COVID-19 and the transition to online classes, a lot of students (and parents!) are feeling stressed and overwhelmed about everything that’s going on and...
How to connect with teachers during COVID
NOTE: This is Part 3 of our series on how to stay motivated + engaged with online learning. Check out our previous posts for more information on (1) setting up an ideal study environment at home and...
How students can stay engaged in online classes
This is Part 2 of our series on how to stay motivated + engaged with online learning. In our most recent post, we talked about the importance of identifying emotional shortcuts, and setting up an...

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